club rides

​Monday MotionThis is our recurring weekly Monday "A" paced drop ride (barring mechanicals) leaving from Miller Elementary School in New Boston promptly at 6:15pm or 6:30pm, depending on sunset times. The ride heads out to the North side of Ypsilanti and back in a not-so-direct route. It will cover a 34.5 mile route in a paceline format. The ride rolls at 19.5+ mph pace. Look for this ride between May and September. Start Location: Miller Elementary School, New Boston Pace: 19.5+ mph Distance: 35 miles

Cyclocross PracticeDuring cyclocross season (September through November), we have weekly practice at Willow MetroPark. Early in the season, we will start practice with a 30 minute clinic for beginners and some drills for those more experienced riders. This will be followed by a practice session on an ad-hoc course, including barriers and big hills. Start Location: Chestnut Picnic Area, Willow Metropark Pace: Short laps at your own pace

Parks on WednesdayThe Parks on Wednesday ride travels exclusively on paved trails within the Lower Huron, Willow, Oakwoods Metroparks and Huroc Park in Flat Rock. It is a moderately paced 17mph ride in a no-traffic environment. Enjoy the peaceful sights and sounds of nature as you traverse the serene environment of the Metroparks. This ride is seen from May to September. Start Location: Washago Pond, Willow Metropark Pace: Two groups: 10-12mph, 14-16mph Distance: 15 or 30 miles

Winter WednesdaysOur Winter Wednesdays rides take place from October to April. They typically start at 6:15pm from various locations in the Lower Huron and Willow Metroparks. We utilize a variety of routes to keep it interesting. Riding surfaces will fluctuate between paved park trails, single track, gravel roads and snow, depending on the mood. Start Location: Varies Pace: 15-17mph on gravel Distance: 25-30 miles

Thursday PacelineThis is our fastest paced club ride. We ride a paceline format from Brownstown out to Grace Lake and back. A+ group maintains a pace of 20+ mph and covers about 37 miles. A group and maintains a pace of 18+ mph and covers about 32 miles. This ride is active from May through September. Start Location: Brownstown Community Center Pace: Two groups: 17-19mph, 20mph+ Distance: 34 miles